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Perfect Cast-Iron Cowboy Ribeye Recipe with Garlic Herb Brown Butter Baste for Juicy Steak Lovers

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A straightforward and reliable recipe for a juicy, flavorful cowboy ribeye steak cooked in a cast-iron skillet and basted with garlic herb brown butter for a rich, nutty crust.

Ingredients

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  • 1 bone-in cowboy ribeye steak, about 1.5 to 2 inches thick (roughly 24 oz / 680 grams)
  • Coarse kosher salt (preferably Diamond Crystal)
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons high smoke point oil (like avocado or grapeseed oil)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into chunks (Kerrygold recommended)
  • 3 garlic cloves, smashed (skins on)
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme

Instructions

  1. Bring the steak to room temperature (about 30-45 minutes). Pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Season generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper all over.
  3. Preheat a 10 to 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of avocado or grapeseed oil and heat until shimmering.
  4. Sear the steak for about 3-4 minutes per side without moving it to develop a dark caramelized crust.
  5. Lower heat to medium. Add butter chunks, smashed garlic, rosemary, and thyme to the pan.
  6. Tilt the pan slightly and baste the steak continuously with the melted brown butter and herbs for about 3-5 minutes. Use an instant-read thermometer to check doneness: 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare, 140°F (60°C) for medium.
  7. Remove the steak from the pan and rest on a cutting board, tented loosely with foil, for 10 minutes.
  8. Slice against the grain and serve with any leftover brown butter spooned over the slices.

Notes

If steak browns too fast but is undercooked inside, lower heat and cover loosely with foil to finish cooking gently. Use fresh herbs for best flavor but dried can substitute. For dairy-free, use vegan butter and substitute garlic with shallots if sensitive. Oven finish option: after searing, bake at 400°F for 5-7 minutes.

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